Design Analyst - Statistical Infrastructure | Kaitāritari Hoahoa - Christchurch

Engineer meaningful solutions — design the systems behind data-driven decisions that shape the future. 

• Contribute to the design, development, and testing of robust software solutions using modern frameworks and best practices 

• Support the development and maintenance of scalable, enterprise-grade statistical infrastructure 

• Apply innovation, problem-solving, and critical thinking to technical design and development challenges. 

About Us | Ko mātou   

Stats NZ | Tatauranga Aotearoa is a Central Government employer of 1200+ people across Aotearoa. We provide data and statistics to support the decisions of Government, Māori and Iwi organisations, businesses, NGOs, and New Zealanders. Our work is About Aotearoa, for Aotearoa - data that improves lives today and for generations to come. We welcome every gender, ethnicity, ability, religion, age, and background and encourage all our people to be their authentic selves.   

What's in it for you? | Ngā hua ka riro ki a koe   

We encourage you to go to our careers site to learn more about the Way We Work at Stats NZ and also check out our benefits. We want working for us… to work for you!!  

Starting salary: $83,195 - $97,876 + superannuation 

Other benefits of joining Stats NZ include: 

• Contribute to meaningful work that makes a difference to all people in Aotearoa   

• 3 extra annual leave days (taken during Christmas office closure)  

• Balance life and work commitments. 

The role | Te tūnga 

This is a permanent role based in Ōtautahi (Christchurch). As a Design Analyst in Statistical Infrastructure, you'll use your technical expertise to develop statistical software systems across a range of tools, processes, and platforms. We're looking for someone with a solid foundation in coding languages and frameworks, and proven experience working across diverse systems and data domains. By focusing on customer needs and building strong relationships, you'll help us deliver high-quality, effective solutions and services. 

What you bring | Nōu te rourou     

We aim to match our people with mahi that complements their strengths and provides opportunities to learn and grow.  We understand transferable skills can come from experience gained from outside of work. We encourage you to be you in your application. Tell us about yourself in your cover letter, tell us what attracted you to this role, and tell us what you would bring to Tatauranga Aotearoa Stats NZ. 

This role would suit someone who has: 

• Proficiency in multiple programming languages and analytical tools, such as Pentaho, Python, R, SQL, SAS, and Power BI 

• Knowledge of version control and deployment using GitLab, CI/CD pipelines, and Git runners 

• Experience with unit testing, test frameworks, and behaviour-driven development (BDD) testing 

• Hands-on experience with data transformation using EPIC and MEP platforms 

• Experience in building generic solutions that support multiple use cases and are designed for extensibility 

• Familiarity with Azure DevOps (ADO) for work management and delivery tracking 

• A demonstrated understanding of mātauranga Māori, use of te reo Māori, awareness of tikanga, and a commitment to applying Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles in a professional setting. 

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono 

If this sounds like you, click on the Apply now button to be redirect to the application page on our careers site. The position description is located on the right-hand side of the page. 

We are truly committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and lifting our cultural capability. You don't need to be knowledgeable in all these areas already, but you do need to be on board with learning and have a genuine interest and willingness to grow on this journey with us. 

We will be screening applications as we receive them to move swiftly to interview shortly after the advert closes. You may be asked to complete a pre-interview screen via phone or video. Please let us know in your application if we need to make any specific accommodations during our process. 

Please reach out to recruitment@stats.govt.nz  if you have any questions.  

You must have the right to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand. Background and various pre-employment checks are part of our recruitment process.  

Note to Recruitment Agencies: unsolicited CVs will not be accepted.